For the introduction of a daily night shift within the "Soins à Domicile" service

Public petition n°3865

Petitioner: Francis Molitor

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Purpose of the petition

This petition aims to ensure that the services of "Soins à Domicile" (home care service) are available also during the night, on a daily basis. The goal is to guarantee that people who depend on care or assistance at home receive appropriate support around the clock, including during the night hours between 10:00 p.m. and 6:00 a.m.

Reason for the petition

Currently, the "Soins à Domicile" provides its services mainly during the daytime. However, many individuals - especially elderly persons, chronically ill patients, and people with disabilities - have urgent needs during the night that require professional and immediate assistance. The most frequent night-time care needs include: Assistance with toileting or incontinence care, Repositioning of patients to prevent pressure sores (decubitus prophylaxis), Monitoring of breathing, body temperature, or blood sugar levels, Administration of medication or pain relief as prescribed by a doctor, and providing a calming human presence in moments of anxiety, restlessness, or disorientation. In many cases, family members are unable to perform these tasks alone - whether for health reasons, professional obligations, or simple exhaustion. The establishment of an organized night shift within the "Soins à Domicile" would therefore represent an essential safety network for these individuals and their families. Such a measure would: increase the safety, dignity, and well-being of care recipients, relieve and support families and caregivers, and reduce the workload of emergency services and hospitals by avoiding unnecessary night-time interventions. This would represent an important step towards ensuring continuous, humane, and high-quality home care throughout the Grand Duchy of Luxembourg. Detailed Demands: Introduction of a daily night shift within the "Soins à Domicile" service (for example, from 10:00 p.m. to 6:00 a.m.). Financial coverage of this shift through the Long-Term Care Insurance (CNS) and, if necessary, additional state funding. Equal access to night-time home care in all regions of the country. Improved coordination and cooperation between hospitals, general practitioners, and home care services to ensure continuous care 24 hours a day. Expected Outcome: The introduction of a daily night shift within the "Soins à Domicile" service would significantly improve the quality of life, safety, and continuity of care for people in need of assistance at home, while also strengthening Luxembourg's overall care system.

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Submission date

04/11/2025

Opening of the signature collection

27/11/2025

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